Jive Curly Whip
Curly Whip is a Gold Level figure. This online reference gives a detailed description of the dance steps,
including timing, movement, a
list of figures that may precede or follow the pattern; and videos
providing instruction and demonstration of the figure, techniques and
practice routines that include it.
Start in Closed Position.
Leader
Step |
Timing |
Movement
|
Turn |
Notes |
1
|
Q |
LF fwd |
No turn |
Lower and extend L arm fwd.
Option: Man can turn slightly R on step 1, leading Lady to turn R. (Lady 1/4 to R to a 90 degree angle to Man on his R side.)
|
2
|
Q
|
Replace weight to RF |
Start to turn R |
Start to raise L arm
Option: Man turns Lady more strongly L over steps 2-5 (Lady turns 3/4 to L.) |
4 3-5
|
QaQ |
Side chasse LRL. End in Closed Position.
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1/2 to R over steps 2-5
|
Raise L arm and circle hand in an counter-clockwise direction. Loosen R hand hold on Lady's back for Lady to turn within circle of arm. Regain normal hold at end of Lady's turn.
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Follower
Step |
Timing |
Movement
|
Turn |
Notes |
1
|
Q |
RF back |
No turn |
|
2
|
Q |
Replace weight to LF |
Start to turn L |
|
4 3-5
|
QaQ |
Compact chasse RLR underarm |
1/2 to L over steps 2-5. |
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